Here’s a structured framework for a group project prototype: the “Digital Agarwood Passport” – a comprehensive traceability and authenticity system for agarwood products:
1. Concept: Digital Agarwood Passport
The Digital Agarwood Passport (DAP) is a blockchain-backed, QR/NFT-enabled system that records the complete lifecycle of an agarwood batch—from plantation to consumer.
Key Objectives:
- Ensure traceable provenance and authenticity
- Integrate ESG and sustainability metrics
- Enable smart contract-based automation (payments, royalties, verification)
- Provide an interactive dashboard for stakeholders (farmers, exporters, regulators, investors, consumers)
2. Core Components
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Digital Twin | Virtual record of each tree/batch (plantation, inoculation, harvest, resin grade) |
| IoT Sensors | Capture environmental and growth data (soil, humidity, temperature) |
| Blockchain Ledger | Immutable record of all transactions, permits, certificates, and batch updates |
| NFT Certificate | Tokenized proof of origin, authenticity, and ownership |
| QR/NFC Tag | Links physical product to its Digital Passport |
| Smart Contracts | Automate payments, shipment approval, and ESG compliance verification |
| Dashboard Interface | Visualizes traceability, sustainability, batch status, and certifications |
3. Prototype Workflow
Step 1: Tree/Bath Registration
- Assign unique batch ID and create digital twin
- Record tree species, age, plantation GPS, inoculation info
Step 2: Harvest & Processing
- Log harvest date, resin grade, extraction method
- IoT sensors record storage and transport conditions
Step 3: Certification
- Upload CITES permits, lab tests, and ESG audit reports to blockchain
- Mint NFT-backed Digital Passport linked to the batch
Step 4: Product Tagging
- QR/NFC tag on product packaging points to Digital Passport dashboard
- Displays full traceability, ESG metrics, batch story, and NFT verification
Step 5: Smart Contract Integration
- Automate payments to farmers/cooperatives once quality and compliance are verified
- Enable royalty distribution for limited-edition or collectible products
Step 6: Consumer/Stakeholder Access
- Buyers, investors, and regulators scan QR/NFC to:
- Verify authenticity
- Track ESG and sustainability data
- View batch origin, harvest, and processing details
4. Group Project Roles
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Project Manager | Oversees workflow design, team coordination, and timeline |
| Blockchain Developer | Implements ledger, NFT minting, and smart contracts |
| IoT/Data Specialist | Integrates sensors, digital twin, and data capture systems |
| UX/UI Designer | Designs dashboard interface and QR/NFC scanning experience |
| Quality & Compliance Officer | Ensures permits, lab tests, and ESG metrics are captured accurately |
| Marketing/Storytelling Lead | Crafts product narrative and sustainability storytelling for QR/NFC interface |
5. Features of the Digital Agarwood Passport Prototype
- Immutable Digital Ledger: Full batch history stored securely on blockchain
- NFT-Backed Certificate: Verifies authenticity and ownership
- Interactive Dashboard: Stakeholders can visualize ESG performance, batch details, and trade history
- Smart Contract Automation: Ensures transparent payment, shipment, and royalty management
- Consumer Engagement: QR/NFC tag provides an immersive storytelling experience
6. Prototype Deliverables
- Digital Twin of a Batch (sample data)
- NFT Certificate Demo linked to batch
- QR/NFC tag prototype linking physical product to digital dashboard
- Interactive dashboard mockup showing traceability, ESG, and batch info
- Workflow diagram showing end-to-end Digital Agarwood Passport process
- Demo transactions (ledger entries, smart contract payments)
7. Summary
The Digital Agarwood Passport prototype demonstrates:
- End-to-end traceability from plantation → product → consumer
- Blockchain-backed authenticity and NFT integration
- ESG and sustainability tracking
- Automation and transparency via smart contracts
- Enhanced consumer engagement and luxury branding